Granton

TAS 7030 • Greater Hobart

1,903
Population (2021)
$45,344
Median Income
25.23 km²
Area
273m
Elevation

About Granton

Granton is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Tasmania, located within the Derwent Valley (Municipality) area. With a population of 1,903 and a median income of $45,344, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 25.23 km² at an elevation of 273m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Hobart.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Granton is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Granton falls under postcode 7030 and is governed by Derwent Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Derwent) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
7030
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.76°, 147.19°
Statistical Area
Greater Hobart
Area
25.23 km²
Elevation
273m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,671
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,736
Census 2021
1,903
9.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,752
Income 2021
$45,344
20.1% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,722
Born Overseas 143

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 37
  • 2. India 21
  • 3. New Zealand 13
  • 4. Vietnam 9
  • 5. Philippines 6
  • 6. Chile 4
  • 7. Iran 4
  • 8. Ireland 4
  • 9. Singapore 4
  • 10. United States 4
  • 11. Wales 4
  • 12. Greece 3
  • 13. Malaysia 3
  • 14. Nepal 3
  • 15. Scotland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 883
Australian 864
Irish 194
Scottish 154
German 81
Australian Aboriginal 59
Dutch 34
Italian 33
Indian 21
Greek 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,514
Both parents born in Australia
202
Both parents born overseas
148
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.1%
No Religion
43.8%
Hinduism
0.9%
Sikhism
0.5%
Buddhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
104 (5.5%)
5-14 years
248 (13.0%)
15-19 years
134 (7.0%)
20-24 years
97 (5.1%)
25-34 years
226 (11.9%)
35-44 years
261 (13.7%)
45-54 years
283 (14.9%)
55-64 years
275 (14.5%)
65-74 years
177 (9.3%)
75-84 years
77 (4.0%)
85+ years
21 (1.1%)

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